03/11/2026
Earlier this month, we shared the email that looks right: a supplier asking to update their bank details, or an invoice forwarded by a colleague.
The numbers show how common it is. In Emergence's 2026 claims data for Australian and New Zealand SMEs, email compromise made up 55% of cyber claims reported so far this year.
One simple habit can stop a payment scam before any money moves:
→ When bank details change, call the supplier on a number already on file, rather than one from the email.
→ Make it a rule for everyone who pays invoices.
→ If a request feels urgent, treat that as a reason to slow down and check.
And if something does get through, the right cyber cover can help with the response and recovery. We're happy to talk through what that could look like for your business.